The guy up the road bought one just like that and put in two sets of bunk beds refrigerator microwave and a window air conditioner he has three Mexican girls living in it they go off grid every weekend sometimes for a whole week or two he seems like a very happy man...

"If it's wet and it's not yours, don't touch it." An old pulmonologist shared that with me, and I have found that it's globally useful advice. I'm about to do this with my trailer: thanks for paving the way for the rest of us!

I'm a 72yr old solo female RVer. I currently have a 2019 Toy Hauler and want to buy an 8 x 20 Cargo Trailer next year. Nice install!!! Marie ❤️

Finally got it up and running. The only delays we had was because we realized we needed some extra parts (I’ll list that below) kzread.infoUgkxihMYiJNXcHdbH-7ihymsLz61l7jVyb5O . So we have a loft where our current hvac just couldn’t seem to keep cool during the summer. We have been using a window unit since we bought this house over 6 years ago (all the houses in this neighborhood were built in the 80’s and majority of the houses built like ours use a window unit). I hate window units because they are just so noisy and the one we had really only cools one side of the loft. I had contemplated upgrading our current HVAC, but with all the rising prices these days, it would take years before saving up enough to do that. With the advice of my father-in-law (used to run an HVAC business), he recommended we get an inverter instead. We thought we bought everything we needed, but there were just a few other parts we didn’t anticipate needing (which is what caused most of our delay). My friend and father-in-law did all the work to get it installed and running and now we have nice cool air circulating nicely throughout the entire loft. It is very quiet and even the outside unit is much quieter than our main HVAC unit. Saved ourselves thousands getting this.

@wadebrewer7212

10 ай бұрын

I have 3 of them on my house. They a re cost savings after install over traditional central air.

Strong work! Thanks for taking the time to show your set up.

You came, you saw and you kicked ass. Very nice install.

Nice job! I might have ran the line set differently, but you have supplied the forethought for me. Everybody is a critic, but you the MAN!

Great job, and you sold me on the Pioneer for my 7x16 conversion!

Great post and lots of fun hard work satisfaction, I wish I could have done it like you guys.. because I just bought a camper.. keep up the updates

You did a Fantastic job! Looks great!!!

I have Mitsubishi Mini Split in my attached garage. AC works very well. Heat pump works good unless really cold outside. Very quiet too.

I would've ran the hoses up underneath the trailer up to the inside wall up to the inside unit ! Just a cleaner look !

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed! I wish I had done that. Didn't even occur to me.

@scottsimpkins350

2 жыл бұрын

I was wondering how it was going to look too , but with the additional “cover” you installed really cleaned it up. Little bit of paint- ehhh, I think it will look just fine. Great job !

You’re awesome. I bought the same model to put on my cargo trailer and followed this video (probably watched 50times) and got it installed in two days. Thanks for the video. Also the links to Amazon products helped, I pretty much bought the same stuff haha.

Mini splits are the bomb!

I'm looking to do something like this on my trailers. Thanks for the motivation!

Great job ! Thank you for sharing !

I truly appreciate your videos!

That cover kit was worth every penny, it looks nice. A clean pro looking install.

Dude seriously impressed. You make all this look easy. My videos would be DDYI (DONT DO IT YOURSELF).

Just letting you know that I finally installed the pioneer 9000 mini split. it was really easy to install. thanks for your video really helped me a lot. it is very quiet and nice and cold. keep making your video love watching them.

@EASTCOASTIMPERIAL

Жыл бұрын

@ TH Where did you install your unit? Is it in a house or vehicle ? The compressor unit that’s outside, is it a plug in?

@thomashorn9152

Жыл бұрын

@@EASTCOASTIMPERIAL I installed it in a cargo trailer that I converted into a camper. I hooked it to a breaker panel, with a 15amp breaker. it is a 110 volt. Has a Rv 30 amp hook up.

@ronferguson793

Жыл бұрын

What size wire did you run from the breaker to the ac?

@alanbrown2135

3 ай бұрын

​​@@ronferguson793I personally would use 12 ga wire for the 15A breaker, most code books say you can use 14 gage wire.The bigger wire will allow you to add a bigger unit later.

I had one of these on my 18 wheeler and the problem I had was the compressor jiggled around so much it broke a refrigerant line. I cured it by bolting the compressor down solid. It worked but it was much noisier. It lasted a few more years and it worked great.

You flipped the breaker and jumped back, lol. You guys are awesome, made my morning.

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

Electricity is scary!

@geraldwilliams3898

2 жыл бұрын

@@diycargotrailer I am in the middle of a conversion. I know how to wire, but I plumbed trailer with romex 10/3 it's a pain. I may rip it out and get 14 guage. Any thoughts?

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

@@geraldwilliams3898 you can Google “wire gauge chart” and see what amps for what gauge and what length. Campers have either 30 or 50 amp hookups and really no reason to put in a 50 amp. So for a 30 amp, 12 gauge is probably my recommendation at least for the wiring from the hookup to the electric box. As for the interior, I did all the “big” stuff like ac ports, the fridge, and the mini split with 12 gauge and I did everything else like lights, pumps, 12v ports with 14 gauge. 10 gauge is definitely overkill for any application I can think of, especially in a camper.

Digging the dad shoes and socks.

Great video, great job!

really good job

You rock! You make me feel, like I may be able to accomplish this also.😂

These dual-inverter high-efficiency split units work well with the right solar power system.

I like the enthusiasm here, and huge props for the self-confidence to tackle something like this. I think I'd run the piping straight in at the bottom. The clearance on the tongue jack also seems sketchy. I wonder if the forces associated with braking will cause any issues with the way the external unit is mounted. Will the top want to sway forward during braking, and push pressure on the mounts? Something to keep an eye on for the first year.

Interesting how it the 2 parts are connected. Thanks for your efforts. That Beverley Hills Cop music was ridiculous though.

Well done

AC setup is nice. Good job! I would think you need to make a box to cover outside unit while transporting. Rock ding will probable damage it if you don't

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

That's the plan!

@lg5221

2 жыл бұрын

Good thinking

Nice 👍 - turning the trailer jack will become tiresome with that small gap -- electric jack upgrade! Think I will go with a Senville - Canadian and I have seen great customer support. Line cover kit looks really nice and clean. Cheers

Great job! I would cover it perhaps with a metal plate so that road debris does not take it out. Makes me wonder why folks don’t side mount it, away from the action of front of trailer, maybe opposite to the side door.

@DIYCargotrailer Don’t stress or fret too much about the external piping location. If it bugs you too bad, relocate behind the external compressor and up inside the interior cabinet. Plug the old tubing location with a external vent. Either way, it’s a great build.

WOW! This is insane! I never knew you could install ac like this! I do alot of contracting work and cut alot inside my trailer and I'll be sweating bullets! How is it holding up so far and how much was this whole ac set up?

Definitely worth the money for some proper dampers to mount the compressor.

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

You know I bought some nice ones and it felt too unstable so I took them off and used the ones it came with instead and they actually work really well. There is no noticeable rumble noise.

Great job. I think I would have cut my hole at the bottom and ran the lines on the inside though. Also You might want to get maybe a peace of plastic or aluminum that you can mount in front of the unit before you pull it down the rd. You may want to put some rubber membrane between the unit and the tongue for vibration protection for the unit.

@AttorneyBCollins

Жыл бұрын

I was thinking he could use a generator cover on it going down the road. Wouldn't want all that stuff going into the AC unit.

@evanwindom3265

11 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. Go straight in at the bottom, then do your routing inside the trailer where you can cover it at your leisure.

thank you for sharing. Doing my research now before starting a build. Wondering how much you have traveled with this and if there any concerns about vibrations or anything affecting the unit? Thanks in advane

Hey Doc get a cover for the outside unit so you don`t spit rocks on the road to all your great work !

Could you post the link for the cover to hide the hole and where the lines go into the wall, I would appreciate it greatly.

Your link shows you got the 16 ft installation kit. Did you need that much or do you think the 10 ft installation kit would be enough?

Have you had any issues of the copper fittings coming loose from traveling? I want to install one on my trailer but I have concerns about the copper coming loose.

I saw you have it wired to the 20 amp box but what it powering that? I’m trying to figure how I can put one in our grooming van that runs on shore power

I read in one of the Pioneer manuals that the mini split needs 12" of clearance behind it. Was that an issue?

Maybe a dumb question, but what type/size wire and breaker size did you use? Also, does just the outside unit get wired for power or both? I am trying to determine which and how much wire to order along with the unit. Thanks and love the content, super helpful!!

I was thinking of purchasing a portable AC/Heatpump that can be rolled around for my cargo trailer. Does anyone know if that will work good?

I was already insanely impressed, but now I know you're a doctor, I'm even more impressed...and a little confused as to why you would risk injury to save $300. You must be in the lean early years

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

When else does one make stupid mistakes if not in the lean early years? :)

Excellent video. Thank you for sharing. Wonder how much $$ it would cost to have someone do the vacuum/charge? The rest seems relatively straightforward (I know there is a lot going on there). Wonder if someone makes a mount that would lift the minisplit up? I have a larger trailer with a similar "short" tongue.

@richardvalitalo3670

Жыл бұрын

Just make a bracket/shelf.

Please tell me how wide the indoor air handlers is .. and the approx weight.

How many watts does this mini split run on and how many btu is it

Great job! Did you add any additional protection for the pipes/wire coming through the wall, that aluminum is so thin is like a knife. Any concern about rocks getting kicked and thrown into the outside unit? With it being a house unit, the connections would concern me with all the bouncing the trailer will be doing while towed.

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

Yea the kit comes with a roll of vinyl and I wrapped up the part going through the wall really good. I also put spray foam in the hole to seal it. As for the outside unit, I am probably going to get like a propane tank cover or build a case for it so its protected when not in use. I also don't want the fans spinning while I'm driving. And lastly, the connections do concern me. I am probably going to secure those lines a little better though they are already very stiff. All good thoughts.1

@scottgorman7166

2 жыл бұрын

Instead of a hard cover take a look at a company that makes boat/car etc covers and have them make a cover for your unit. (Double thickness) plus the canvas cover will lay alot better on the compressor lines and won't stress them.

Bravo

Where is the link for the line covers? Thanks

What size generator would I need to run one like this?

I've been considering putting one into my trailer, but have been deterred by the manufacturers. They all seem to say the indoor unit should be at least 6 feet off the floor and have at least 6 inches of free space above. The unit being about 12 inches and my trailer having a 7 foot ceiling means I can't mount it at least 6 feet off the floor. Your unit is mounted less than 6 feet off the floor, have you had any issues with heat/cold dispersement? Thanks.

I installed the Mr. Cool in my home. I don't know if I'd trust it not to fly off the wall when you hit a bump. Is there anything securing it besides gravity clips?

@EASTCOASTIMPERIAL

Жыл бұрын

Straps LOL

How wide is that front box on the tongue? (front to back) And why did you go up through the front vs going through the bottom of the trailer with all the wires/hoses?

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

I don't have the exact measurements of the tongue. Not going through the floor is one of my regrets on the build. I def recommend doing that.

Where ia the power coming from though? I think I lost that part 🤔

With gas will or electricity?

What size btu ac unit is that

1:50 It was bigger than you expected? Did you not look at the specifications before placing the order?

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

Oh I looked! It just seems bigger in person.

How's the Pioneer holding up? How's the a/c holding up to the roadway conditions(potholes etc.)? Really enjoyed the video.

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

Really good. Heats and cools great.

@jmpattillo

2 жыл бұрын

@@diycargotrailer I figured that the copper lines will eventually work harden and crack from flexing during road movements.

Great job but you didn’t use a micron gauge that I seen to vac down to 500 microns. The mini split units and all hvac units have to be vac down to 500 microns for a period of time. You can’t see that on your guages. Just hope you got all of the contaminants out of your copper lineset. It can kill your compressor on your outside unit or plug up your expansion valves inside or out. Other than that great job man!

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

I hope so too! Yea I am not sure about that. I watched multiple videos from HVAC professionals and did exactly what they did so I hope it lasts!

You still saved money doing it that way even with the extra tools and everything you had to buy ?

No electrical video?

Are you in Tx lol if so you can do mine

Why did you run the lines on the outside? Wouldn't it have been better to run them on the inside with a lower hole?

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

If I did it again I would probably do just that

@scottcampbell7944

2 жыл бұрын

I’m doing something similar. I’m going to run the lines through a hole in the floor and then up the inside wall to the unit.

Cool.. My question, if the "diy" mrcool was only 300 bucks more and you would not have to buy a vacuum pump etc... did you really save a few hundered when all is said and done? I ask cause this is on my list for my ctc. Be sure to put a "sleeve" ( piece of pvc pipe" in that hole going into the trailer so the lines dont get F"ed up. Maybe run a weld along the metal mounting brackets cause I would not trust self tappers, just my opinion

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

Really depends on pricing. When I bought mine, the pioneer was like $700 and the Mr. Cool was like $1200. The vacuum pump and manifold were like a total of $100. So it definitely saved me some money but it just depends. I just looked on Home Depot website and the 9000 BTU mini split was about what I paid for the Pioneer so maybe that's a better option right now. All depends. Regardless, all the steps are exactly the same except for the vacuum pump part which now that I've done it and understand it is super easy. I think either option is a good option. As for the self tappers, they are really big ones. There are 3 in each bar and it's VERY secure. I'll keep an eye on it and make sure it stays that way. Can always go back with a weld later if needed. I don't own a welder though...

@TomOHara72

2 жыл бұрын

@@diycargotrailer seems to me we can rent the vacuum,etc from auto zone free based on deposit..Yes?

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

@@TomOHara72 Good question. I have no idea

@TomOHara72

2 жыл бұрын

@@diycargotrailer Oh, yes Doc. One can! I used it on a neighbors A/C 3 months ago.and Auto Zone gives one 3 months to bring it back..or its yours off the credit card.:)

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

@@TomOHara72 That's cool! I wish I had done that!

Why didn’t you get an rv air conditioner?

@DougieBee

Жыл бұрын

They suck. Noisy, use lots of power, and are trouble-prone.

Not a bad install. Would have used bolts not self tap screws they are weak

How much power is required to run this?

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

The manufacturer says 17 amps. I have it on a 20 amp circuit breaker

@roberteads9995

2 жыл бұрын

@@diycargotrailer Thanks a lot. My Bluetti AC200 might be able to push it.

@Drifty325i

2 жыл бұрын

@@roberteads9995 Easy, ive used mine on the AC200P, just need to be able to charge it up, will need to use all the solar input (700) and AC charging brick to keep up

@JoePAcalaughs

2 жыл бұрын

@@Drifty325i what's an AC charging brick? Thanks

@Drifty325i

2 жыл бұрын

@@JoePAcalaughs just plugging it into AC power off the genset

Tech support told me the line set had to be a min. of 10 feet for it to heat correctly.

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

That thought had occurred to me. But the instructions clearly had steps for shortening lines so I don't know. It seems to work

Try u bolts instead

You cut the whole for the lines way to high. Now you have exposed lines running up the outside of the trailer.

That thing is HUGE! Should be called Mega Split. Nothing mini about it.

Perfect Aire is better for DIY systems

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely would have been easier. But this was CHEAPER haha

I wouldnt advise traveling down to many dirt roads. Takes only one rock.

P. s unless your from Canada get some white sport socks - Nerdy ?

Why not just buy one that mounts on the roof. Lot easier to install and cools just as good.

Oooooops fml sorry

Seems like the time/money spent would've paid for 2 hours of an HVAC guy with his tools to knock this out quicker and cheaper.

@diycargotrailer

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe. But I doubt it. I spent like $120 on a pump and manifold. I don't think someone would have agreed to do it for that. Plus I got to learn something new and that's priceless.

@DougieBee

Жыл бұрын

Now that you have your manifold and vacuum pump, you'll never have to pay to fix your car A/C. It's all so easy once you learn it and have the right tools.

More trailer less of your face

Bro I need some advice on installing my mini split. How do I contact you through email?